Ling Yao is a supporting protagonist in the anime/manga series Fullmetal Alchemist. He is one of the forty-two children of the current Emperor of Xing and half-brother of May Chang, being the twelfth crown prince and the leader of the clan Yao.
In the Japanese version, he was voiced by Mamoru Miyano who also voiced Riku in Kingdom Hearts and Light Yagami in Death Note and in the English version by Todd Haberkorn.
His Good Ranking[]
What Makes Him Admirable?[]
- After escaping from prison, he sends Fu to evacuate Maria Ross from Amestris to Xing.
- He was furious at King Bradley when he claimed that his subjects are just worthless pawns.
- During fight with Wrath, Ling does not leave Lan Fan when she is severely injured, despite making it difficult for him to escape.
- Helps catch Gluttony.
- He is grateful to Colonel Mustang for helping Lan Fan.
- He helps the Elric brothers in their fight against the crazed Gluttony. After being devoured by the homunculus, he apologizes Ed for bringing them here, later Ling supported Edward during their battle against Envy.
- He left a message about his fate for his subordinates so that they would not worry about him.
- He heatedly helped Greed, whose memories are restored, understand that he really is the previous Greed and still has memories of his late associates, involving that having friends is part of Greed’s soul.
- He warned Edward about Pride, who had possessed Alphonse's armor.
- Along with Greed, they work together during their battle against Pride and Gluttony.
- He saves Fu during their duel against Wrath.
- Together with Greed, they fulfill Captain Buccaneers last request and protected the gate.
- They warned the soldiers and told them that they can run if they don't want to die.
- When Father attempted to absorb Greed, Ling tried save him.
- He was clearly saddened by Greed's death.
- Offers to use the Philosopher's Stone for Edward to bring Al back.
- He promised May that he would protect her clan.
What Makes Him Inconsistent?[]
- Ling blackmailed and threatened the Elric brothers. He was also an illegal immigrant and later escaped from prison.
- He is an anti-hero who is motivated by the desire to obtain immortality.
External Links[]
- Ling Yao on the Heroes Wiki
- Ling Yao on the Fullmetal Alchemist Wiki
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 Inconsistently Admirable
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